Franklin International, maker of Titebond adhesives and sealants, has introduced in one of its new products a conveniently small, squeezable tube of solvent-based, VOC-compliant PROvantage heavy-duty construction adhesive. The new six-ounce squeeze tube puts the power of the strongest, most-versatile PROvantage adhesive – until now, available only in 10- and 28-ounce cartridges – right into the hands of professionals and DIYers doing small bonding jobs and project touch-ups. The easy-to-use tube doesn’t require a caulking gun; contractors and DIYers just remove the cap and get to work. Convenient size, along with a long, 12-month shelf life once opened, also enables the squeeze tube to remain a staple in the toolbox, at-the-ready for quick jobs. The PROvantage tube fits as easily into a tight spot as it does into a toolbox. "We designed the squeeze tube to enhance the versatility of our PROvantage Heavy-Duty Construction Adhesive," said Franklin’s director of marketing, Craig Stone. VOC regulations met Franklin’s PROvantage Heavy-Duty Construction Adhesive is part of the industry’s broadest line of solvent-based, VOC-compliant construction adhesives. The PROvantage line includes eight different types of adhesives that, together, meet every application on the construction site. At the same time, PROvantage technology relies less on petroleum derivatives and, with VOC content under 50 g/L, meets the most stringent state and federal VOC regulations. "We developed the PROvantage line to give professionals true performance without compromise," said Stone. "With PROvantage, they can meet Leed requirements without relinquishing the benefits of solvent-based technology." As the most powerful formula in the PROvantage line, PROvantage heavy-duty construction adhesive can bond most common building materials, including wood, metal, brick, marble, ceramic tile, concrete, drywall and wet, frozen and treated lumber. It offers strong green grab and, because it extrudes in temperatures between 0°F and 100°F, keeps working right on through extreme heat and cold.
